Author: Vivian J. Paige

A former candidate, I've learned a lot about politics, both good and bad. I'd prefer more of the former and a lot less of the latter and I'm trying to do my part!

Missed opportunity

Congresswoman Thelma Drake held another of her virtual Town Hall meetings this evening. I just found out about it - when I checked my answering machine. The call came in while we were on another call. (No, we don't have call waiting. Besides, I prefer answer call over call waiting anyday.) I'm sorry I missed … Continue reading Missed opportunity →

Lots of weed at the Beach

Via the Virginian Pilot: VIRGINIA BEACH – Two men were arrested last month in connection with what police are calling the largest and most elaborate marijuana growing operation in the city's history. Police say 2,005 marijuana plants with a street value worth of $2 million was found in a barn on Feb. 10 at 1301 … Continue reading Lots of weed at the Beach →

McEachin announces

Donald McEachin officially announced his candidacy for the 9th Senate district. The press release: Delegate McEachin Announces his Candidacy for Democratic Nomination for State Senate -Cites his Longstanding Advocacy for Democratic Values and His Opponent's Active Support for George Allen Richmond- Delegate A. Donald McEachin (D-Henrico) today announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for … Continue reading McEachin announces →

Do not pass go, do not collect $329,000

Last week, we learned that Baci Management - the promoter of the Broadway at the Chrysler series - owed the City of Norfolk $329,000 for admissions taxes and loans. Guess who won't be collecting that money? Well, that would be.... Norfolk taxpayers. Seems that Baci filed for bankruptcy on March 19, a day before the … Continue reading Do not pass go, do not collect $329,000 →

Slow news day… NOT!

Busy Monday! First up, Governor Tim Kaine. As expected, the Governor amended the transportation bill. Details of the amendments, including the financial impact, can be found here. I'm not happy with the transportation bill and as others have said, Kaine's amendments are like putting lipstick on a pig. The Governor also vetoed five bills which … Continue reading Slow news day… NOT! →

Community Conversations on Race

As previously mentioned, Norfolk United Facing Race proposed a series of community conversations on race, reconciliation and responsibility. The schedule for the conversations has been released. The two-hour sessions will be held as follows: Saturday, April 14 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Trinity Word of Faith Baptist Church, 2808 Ballentine Blvd. Saturday, April … Continue reading Community Conversations on Race →

Eaglets at NBG

I live across the street from the Norfolk Botanical Gardens. Since moving here, my exposure to wildlife has increased exponentially. Once tax season is over, I'll go back to walking daily thru the gardens. One thing that is really cool is that there is a Bald Eagle nest at the Gardens. This year, three eaglets … Continue reading Eaglets at NBG →

Everybody loves the gas tax but it’s not an option

The editorial in yesterday's Virginian Pilot just made me chuckle. Our transportation needs could be paid for with a gas tax, but it would be political suicide, right? People hate it, and nobody will support it, we were told. It was political death. Virginia's third rail. Run for your lives. That was always nonsense. Just … Continue reading Everybody loves the gas tax but it’s not an option →

BTR Fun coming Sunday night

I just know the proprietors of 7 West are going to be a hoot! Delegates Kris Amundson and Bob Brink join Jim Hoeft and me tomorrow night tonight at 7pm on BlogTalkRadio. According to Delegate Brink, they promise to dress for the occasion. I can't speak for Jim but I'll certainly be appropriately dressed. Appropriate … Continue reading BTR Fun coming Sunday night →